Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Markham

"A post shared by COTG // Food•Travel•Girlpower (@chicagoonthego) on Apr 6, 2019 at 1:34pm PDT. Bang Bang has some unreal flavours — ranging from Soybean Walnut to Avocado. When paired with their egg waffle cones, it becomes a must-share for you to post on your Instagram feed."

"Nestled on Ossington Ave, Bang Bang is most definitely the best restaurant in Toronto for ice-cream sandwiches. Having much more of a cafe and takeout vibe, Bang Bang is the type of place you grab something and go. Honestly, run to this places, it’s amazing!"

"On a small corner in Leslieville, the little Bonjour Brioche Bakery Cafe brings the taste of a true French patisserie to life. Known mostly for its brunch menu options, Bonjour Brioche is a great choice whether you crave a piece of quiche or the sandwich du jour. Try something decadent like the Croque Madam sandwich with toasted brioche, ham, gruyere cheese and a fried egg."

"For over twenty years Bonjour Brioche, the ever-popular cash-only café has boasted a traditionally French menu. From the buttery croissants to the French toast, the sweet and savoury smells of the onsite bakery alone will transport you to Paris. Photo Courtesy: @EatGreenwood"

"A favourite among locals, Bonjour Brioche is a bakery café on Queen Street East just east of Broadview. The all-day sandwich and patisserie menu is heavenly!. The scent of freshly baked goods is just the beginning, because the cute café also delivers on taste!"

"Find it: 120 Dundas Street West; @butterbakerto; butter-baker.com. The lowdown: Sweet tooth lovers rejoice!. This tiny gem of a bakery satisfies every bit of my sugar-filled cravings with their baked goods ranging from deliciously flaky danishes to incredibly smooth and creamy soft serve ice cream."

"To start us off, Butter Baker has a rotation of different ice cream flavours that fare beautifully alone, or as a vanilla swirl. Flavours include apricot, lemon poppyseed, and raspberry. Address: 120 Dundas Street WestPhone: 416-971-8686"

"The bakery offers a delightful collection of birthday and celebration cakes. Their ‘Baker’s Birthday Cake’ is the one of the most popular ones. It is a vanilla sponge cake with Madagascar vanilla frosting."

"Plant Cuts (formerly known as Suup) is a vegan deli with seitan and prepared meats (all plant-based!). You can order Plant Cuts across Canada, so you don’t need to be in Toronto to try it. While they are a vegan food delivery service, you can also arrange a pick-up option at their location in the Junction Triangle."

"We were introduced to Sud Forno through the wonderful Kevin Durkee from Toronto’s Culinary Adventure Co., Canada’s leading food tour operator. Let us set the scene. On the morning our group entered Sud Forno, it was a cold, rainy day in Toronto and walking into this Italian bakery which just happens to be housed in a gorgeous heritage building truly felt like being wrapped in a warm, soul-soothing hug from an Italian grandmother."

"Temperance: 132 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5C 1X3.Hours: Queen Street: Sun-Wed open between 8am and 8pm, Thurs between 8am and 9pm, Fri-Sat between 8am and 10pm. Yonge Street: The main floor is open Mon-Fri between 7.30am and 10pm, Sat between 8.30am and 10pm, Sun between 9am and 5pm. Other parts of the restaurant have different hours"

"What is it: A sleek, well-designed, two-level space that’s oh-so-sophisticated. On the main floor, grab to-go paninis, sweets and coffees. Upstairs, expect a sit-down dining room."

"Stefano’s Sandwiches operates out of Ufficio restaurant, and they offer 100% vegan sandwiches. I can’t wait to try these sandwiches as I’ve heard such amazing things. Vegan turkey, chicken, corned beef sandwiches…it’s not like any other place in the city!"

"Craving the authentic Italian experience but you have to bring your vegan friend?. Maybe YOU’RE the vegan friend?. Regardless, Ufficio does pasta on another level!"

"Sugarbush is a beautiful and quiet place to hike right in the Thornhill Woods neighbourhood. It’s stunning all year round, but it’s especially beautiful when the trees are coated in fall colours!. LOCATION: 91 Thornhill Woods Dr, Thornhill, ON"

"Modern urban life can be stressful, and every now and then we need to escape the demands of work, family, or social obligations and unwind. Fortunately, you don’t need to go far to get some much needed nurturing and renewal. Visit Elmwood Spa, a peaceful oasis located in a refined historic building in downtown Toronto."

"Water therapies are a huge part of the experience at this four-floor downtown day spa. Elmwood encourages visitors to make use of its whirlpools, steam rooms, swimming pool and poolside lounge for at least an hour upon arrival to "slow down, relax and shed the mantle of the outside world."

"Even checking in for your appointment at the Elmwood Spa is a pleasant experience. Hand towels are at the ready while you prepare for further relaxation. The pristine environment sets the tone for the pampering we all need from time to time."

"How often have you been to a heritage river that is also directly connected to a subway line?. The Humber River and associated trails are a special point of interest in the Toronto landscape. It travels 100 kilometers through rural and urban landscapes."

"Elmspa is a hidden gem in the city’s Church and Wellesley district which offers exclusive spa treatments for both men and women. They offer a wide range of different treatments best suited to your preference, such as facials, massages, body treatments, and manicure and pedicure services. They also offer special treatments, such as their LI'TYA healing rituals, and Thai Siam traditional healing massages."